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Family Adventure In Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand

This action-packed journey across Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand takes us to many of South East Asia's great sights: from vibrant cities to dense jungles and tropical beaches. We explore the Cu Chi
tunnels from the Vietnam War, discover the impressive temples of ancient Angkor where Tomb Raider and many other films have been filmed and visit the floating markets of the Mekong Delta

Tour Highlights

Ho Chi Minh City - Learn about the resourcefulness of the Viet Cong at the Cu Chi Tunnels

Itinerary

1

Join tour Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Arrive Ho Chi Minh City and check-in at the hotel. Also referred to as Saigon we start our adventure in Vietnam's largest, and arguably most exciting, city in Vietnam. Saigon is an eclectic mix of the traditional and the new, where pagodas and markets compete alongside the trappings of Vietnam's newly discovered entrepreneurial spirit. Your time is free to settle in.

Overnight: Standard Hotel

Included Meals:
None

2

Morning visit to Cu Chi Tunnels; Afternoon cyclo tour of Saigon

After breakfast this morning we head out to visit the infamous Cu Chi tunnels. First constructed by the Vietnamese during their colonial war with the French, the tunnels were later greatly expanded and went on to achieve notoriety during the Vietnam War, when they served as an underground com-mand base for 10,000 Viet Cong troops. Exploring Cu Chi gives some idea as to the conditions that the Vietnamese and their American adversaries had to endure but, be warned, the tunnels are narrow and can be quite claustrophobic. Please note that we will share the transport to and from Cu Chi with other tourists. This afternoon we take a cyclo tour of Saigon, visiting Chinatown and the bustling Binh Tay market.

Overnight: Standard Hotel

Included Meals:
Breakfast

3

Drive to the Mekong Delta and cycle ride. Drive to Can Tho via Cai Be floating market

Leaving the city, we drive to the Mekong Delta and catch a boat to the start point of our cycle ride. We cycle for around 10-12 km along the flat Cai Thai village path with constant views of the delta as we wind our way around its many tributaries. The route is often shaded which is a helpful to combat the humidity (the boat can pick up cyclists at various stopping points if required). Along the way, we visit Mrs Nani's home who will show us how to make rice paper in the traditional way and Mr and Mrs Chin's home who will provide refreshments that include her famous 'Banh Tieu' (traditional doughnut). We return to the boat where we have lunch on-board and sail close along the delta to the famous Cai Be Floating Market. Spend some time cruising through the market and soaking up the atmosphere of this unique trading point before travelling on to Can Tho.

Overnight: Standard Hotel

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch

4

One of the most colourful attractions of the Mekong is its floating markets and this morning we visit the biggest in the Delta, at Cai Rang. We spend some time paddling through the market, soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying the friendly attentions of the locals, including the opportunity to board a local boat and meet the traders and perhaps buy a pineapple on board. We then visit the Binh Thuy Ancient House, a beautiful old property which dates back to the end of the 19th century - the house is filled with a wonderful collection of antiques and memorabilia. After our visit we drive to Chau Doc.

Overnight: Standard Hotel

Included Meals:
Breakfast

5

Morning speed boat to Phnom Penh

Driving to the jetty in Chau Doc this morning, we board an early morning speed boat to Phnom Penh, a four and a half hour river journey that takes us up the Hau Giang River into neighbouring Cambodia.

Overnight: Standard Hotel

Included Meals:
Breakfast

6

Market bartering and cooking lesson with local school visit in Phnom Penh

Our first morning in Cambodia includes a visit to the local market to barter and buy fresh ingredients which will be used for the group to prepare a traditional Chinese meal at the La Rose restaurant, one of the finest Khmer cuisine restaurant's in the region. We then meet local children at a school giving the opportunity to learn some Khmer language as well as teach English to these children. We may also be able to arrange some activity between both sets of kids such as a game of football or taking on the locals at a traditional Cambodian board game. Our base tonight is Cambodia's historic capital, Phnom Penh, which sits at the confluence of the Sap, Mekong and Bassac Rivers. A rich testament to the country's ancient and colonial past, the city is filled with reminders of its diverse cultural heritage such as the grandeur of the Royal Palace and the National Museum to the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, gruesome reminders of life under the brutal Khmer Rouge.

Overnight: Standard Hotel

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch

7

Travel to Siem Reap. Afternoon orientation tour

Travelling by private bus, we head next for the jungle temples of Siem Reap, one of the most expansive and famous archaeological sites anywhere in South East Asia. After our day's journey, we check in to our hotel and take an orientation tour of the town on foot later this afternoon with an optional buffet dinner with the Khmer traditional Apsara Dance Shows at local restaurant.

Overnight: Standard HotelSwimming Pool Available

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Dinner

8

Full day visits to Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat

Following in the footsteps of Lara Croft, we visit the Angkor Wat temples at Siem Reap today which span a period of some 600 years, from the 9th to the 15th centuries. Travelling by local tuk tuk, we visit two of the most famous temple sites today, those of Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat. The fortified city of Angkor Thom was originally built at the end of the 12th Century and was a formidable sight in its day; surrounded by eight metres walls, towering gates and a crocodile filled moat. Our second visit is to the beautiful setting of Angkor Wat, without doubt the most renowned and impressive of Siem Reap's jungle temples.

Overnight: Standard HotelSwimming Pool Available

Included Meals:
None

9

Free in Siem Reap with opportunity to visit the Ta Phrom, made famous in the Tomb Raider film

Today has been left free for you to enjoy Siem Reap at your own pace. A great way to explore is by bicycle or rickshaw, travelling around the sites with the freedom to come and go as you please. You can visit the atmospheric ruins at Ta Phrom, made famous in the Tomb Raider film, or take a boat trip along the Roulous River to the floating villages and forests on Tonle Sap (the largest freshwater lake in South East Asia). Another possibility is a visit to the fascinating Landmine Museum, just to the south of Banteay Srei Temple.

Overnight: Standard HotelSwimming Pool Available

Included Meals:
None

10

Morning bus to border. Afternoon bus to Bangkok

We take another bus this morning to Poipet on the Thai border. Meeting our Thai guide on the other side of the border control around lunchtime, we then continue in a private minivan to Bangkok (taking around 3 1/2 hours) with time to explore this amazing city when we arrive.

Overnight: Comfortable HotelSwimming Pool Available

Included Meals:
None

11

Free in Bangkok to visit the Grand Palace or cruise along the city's Klongs. Afternoon transfer to our beach resort

We have a morning to enjoy the Thai capital with free time to pay a visit to two of Bangkok's most impressive monuments; the 18th century Grand Palace and the rambling complex of Wat Po, which is older than the city itself and home to the fabulous 46 metre reclining Buddha. Another option is to take a cruise along the city's Klongs in a traditional long-tail boat. This is the ideal way to explore something of Bangkok's network of meandering waterways, taking in the Royal Barge Museum and the iconic Wat Arun (the Temple of the Dawn) along the way.

In the late afternoon, we travel west along the coast to our beach resort in the Pranburi area. The journey takes around 3 hours and is well worth it to enjoy the beaches, national parks, ocean and relaxation that this area provides.

Overnight: Standard BungalowSwimming Pool Available

Included Meals:
Breakfast

12

Free day on the coast for snorkelling or to relax on the beach

The beach resort is off the country's southwest coast in Pranburi and is surrounded by shady trees, gardens and the beach as well as the Samroiyot National Park. Pranburi offers pristine beaches, clear waters of the Gulf of Thailand and provides the feel of a sleepy coastal village that has developed into a resort but still retains its privacy and exclusivity.

The hotel offers a wide range of facililties including a large outdoor swimming pool, restaurant with buffet menu including traditional Thai and western style cuisine, wireless internet access and bicycle rental. The spacious en-suite rooms are close to the pool and are well-decorated and furnished with satellite TV, air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi.

Overnight: Standard BungalowSwimming Pool Available

Included Meals:
Breakfast

13

Free day to relax on the beach or explore the area

Another day to enjoy the land and water based fun with a charming local village close by, several natural attractions such as the Khao Sam Roi Yot’s dramatic backdrop of endless limestone peaks which covers an area of nearly 100 sqkm along the coast or just simply relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Overnight: Standard BungalowSwimming Pool Available

Included Meals:
Breakfast

14

Travel back to Bangkok where the tour ends

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Why Book this tour

This trip is for families that want the maximum coverage from their holidays. With visits to Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand, you will be able to see the highlights of each country including Angkor Wat, Cu Chi Tunnels, the Killing Fields and the Mekong Delta as well as visiting famous cities such as Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City, all within 14 days and at a great price as well.